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A Black Dog

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Eleanor Cobham, the Duchess of Gloucester, is accused of treasonable necromancy in 1441.

Eleanor Cobham, the unlucky Duchess of Gloucester, was accused of treasonable necromancy in 1441. Read by Maureen Beattie.

Written by Philippa Gregory.


Read by Maureen Beattie.


Short story series in which leading historical authors write about a particular moment from the past, one which went on to influence the future.


Today, bestselling author Philippa Gregory examines the life and trial of of Eleanor Cobham: the unlucky Duchess of Gloucester, who married Duke Humphrey, uncle to Henry VI of England, in 1428 and was accused of treasonable necromancy - using magic to destroy the king.


Produced by Kirsteen Cameron.

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